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title: Becoming a Business Coach - Partner with ActionCOACH or Start from Scratch?
description: Discover why joining ActionCOACH offers true freedom and financial success over starting an independent coaching business from scratch. Learn about the hidden costs and benefits of proven systems.
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# [Becoming a Business Coach - Partner with ActionCOACH or Start from Scratch?](https://www.actioncoach.com/articles/becoming-a-business-coach-partner-with-actioncoach-or-start-from-scratch)

 Written by [Brad Sugars](https://www.actioncoach.com/articles/author/brad-sugars) | Aug 11, 2025 1:00:00 PM

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